Today, the Subcommittee on Federal Lands held a legislative hearing on six bills that address practical issues in federal land management, including improving emergency communications in National Parks, advancing commonsense administrative jurisdiction transfers and supporting local communities. Subcommittee Chairman Tom Tiffany (R-Wis.) issued the following statement in… Read more »

This week, the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) announced a Record of Decision authorizing a land exchange with Resolution Copper Mining, LLC, as required by the FY2015 National Defense Authorization Act and the Southeast Arizona Land Exchange and Conservation Act.  “Twelve years later, in a win for our mineral and national security, the Resolution Copper land exchange is complete. At a… Read more »

Today, the U.S. Department of the Interior announced a major investment in western water infrastructure, delivering on a provision included in the Working Families Tax Cut law. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response: “One of our priorities in H.R. 1 was to ensure reliable water deliveries for farmers, ranchers and local communities across the… Read more »

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives advanced legislation to save Giant Sequoias, create a new National Park in Arizona, aid wildfire recovery efforts on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon and support tribal sovereignty. House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement: “The House Committee on Natural Resources has been hard at work… Read more »

Today, the House Committee on Natural Resources reported sixteen bills that will unlock America’s geothermal resources, save Giant Sequoias, improve recreation opportunities on public lands and support tribal sovereignty. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response: “House Committee on Natural Resources Republicans are hard at work on behalf of the… Read more »

Today, the Subcommittee on Indian and Insular Affairs held a legislative hearing on three bills addressing Tribal land and jurisdictional matters. Subcommittee Chairman Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) issued the following statement in response: “Today’s hearing focused on delivering practical solutions that respect Tribal self-determination and reinforce our federal obligations. The measures under… Read more »

Today, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking seeking public comment on the North Atlantic Right Whale Vessel Strike Reduction Rule. Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement in response: “By taking public input on the economic impacts of the existing speed restriction rule, its efficacy and how… Read more »

Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held an oversight hearing on the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement in response: “House Republicans are reclaiming Congress’s role in reviewing broad environmental statutes enforced by the administrative state. The MBTA is another prime example of a law… Read more »

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives advanced legislation supporting America’s public and tribal lands, promoting domestic mineral security and more. House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) issued the following statement: “Today, we are delivering results to the American people by expanding access to public lands, conserving historic sites,… Read more »

Today, the Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries held an oversight hearing on the management of electricity rights-of-way on public lands and how enacting the Fix Our Forests Act would grant utilities greater flexibility to manage threats to public safety and electric grid reliability. Subcommittee Chair Harriet Hageman (R-Wyo.) issued the following statement in… Read more »